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24 février 2017

Education ministers emphasise role of education in social inclusion

In their conclusions they recall the importance of education policy in fostering social inclusion and respect for diversity in the European Union and emphasise the need for a holistic approach covering all education levels. In this regard, ministers also highlighted the importance of concrete actions to address the needs of teachers facing the increasing diversity in education institutions. More...

24 février 2017

Call for hosts: EUA-CDE thematic workshop and annual meeting

EUA-CDE is the European voice for doctoral education, actively promoting collaboration and exchange of good practices on issues of common concern. A yearly cycle of events brings together this community of academic leaders and professionals working on doctoral education and research training in Europe. As an event host, EUA member institutions have the opportunity to welcome and learn from this community while showcasing their own work in this field. More...

24 février 2017

Newly-updated EUA Refugees Welcome Map – one year of support for refugee students and researchers

In a new version, the Map continues to collect information from institutions supporting refugee students and researchers through a short survey. It now includes follow up questions to examine the impact of initiatives with the aim of identifying good practices. EUA would like to thank contributors for showcasing their commitment in welcoming refugees, and renew its call for submission of initiatives. More...

24 février 2017

Early-bird registration deadline approaching for EUA Annual Conference

This year’s Annual Conference, hosted by the University of Bergen in Norway and scheduled for 6 and 7 April 2017, will feature the launch of a full-scale update of the Autonomy Scorecard. This exclusive EUA benchmarking tool on university autonomy will provide the backdrop for a discussion on the latest trends, challenges and future of institutional autonomy. More...

24 février 2017

After a turbulent year, EUA sets key objectives for 2017-2019

2016 was a stormy year, and the blows can be felt clearly in the university world. The dynamics of Brexit, the Trump presidency, and growing nationalism will continue to be present in the time to come.
Therefore, EUA will work to retain the strong community of Europe’s universities and enhance the role of its members as key societal actors under the motto of the Association: “Strong Universities for Europe”. More...

24 février 2017

EUA pushes for further change in EU Copyright Reform

EUA has updated its response to the European Commission’s proposal for a directive on copyright to further underline the importance of an EU copyright reform that truly supports the needs of research, innovation and education in the digital age at universities and beyond. More...

24 février 2017

EUA statement against Trump’s travel ban receives wide support

EUA issued a statement on 30 January 2017 calling on US President Donald Trump to rethink or recall a controversial executive order that immediately and unnecessary affected the movement of international researchers, university faculty and students from seven Muslim-majority countries. More...

24 février 2017

Inclusion and citizenship skills: High priorities for academic staff development

Does higher education teaching pay sufficient attention to citizenship and social inclusion? And, what exactly are the challenges that academics and students face in addressing these topics? This was the theme of the first public event of the “European Forum for Enhanced Collaboration in Teaching” (EFFECT) project, which took place at the University of Porto on 31 January 2017. More...

24 février 2017

Structural Indicators for Monitoring Education and Training Systems in Europe 2016 – Thematic Overviews

European Commission logoWhich European countries provide specific guidelines and guaranteed places for early childhood education? Do schools receive additional resources for disadvantaged students? Where in Europe do teachers receive trainings to tackle students' early leaving and underachievement? Is informal learning recognised everywhere in Europe for entry into higher education? How common are work placements as part of higher education programmes. More...
24 février 2017

Focus on: What future for student mobility

European Commission logoI look forward to a United States of Europe, in which the barriers between the nations will be greatly minimised and unrestricted travel will be possible - Winston Churchill in 1942
Citizens of the EU have the right to live, work and study in other EU countries. With a huge number of study options available, many young Europeans are choosing to pursue their studies abroad. The option of studying abroad is famously supported by the Erasmus programme, which fosters student exchange between learning institutions for periods of up to a year, and which in 2017 is celebrating its 30th anniversary. While the popularity of the EU may fluctuate, the popularity of Erasmus is enduring, with close to 4.5 million students having now spent time studying or working abroad under the scheme. Indeed, to young Europeans, many of whom have never known a time before EU citizenship, the ability to study abroad feels like a right to which they feel entitled. More...
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